Senior Project Accountant

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Accountant with a strong background in the Government Contracting (GovCon) environment. The ideal candidate will support multiple federal contracts and work closely with Program Managers, Contracts, and Finance leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle project accounting for a portfolio of government contracts (CPFF, T&M, FFP, IDIQ, etc.)
• Set up new projects/contracts in Unanet, ensuring alignment with contract terms and funding
• Monitor contract funding, ceilings, and burn rates; proactively notify stakeholders of variances
• Prepare and submit accurate customer invoices (including WAWF/IPPS-A/agency-specific portals as applicable)
• Ensure revenue recognition complies with GAAP and contract terms
• Perform monthly revenue accruals, journal entries, and project reconciliations
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Reconcile billed vs. funded amounts and maintain contract documentation
• Assist with DCAA audits and provide documentation support as required
• Partner with Program Managers to review project financial performance and forecasts
• Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS (if applicable), and company policies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of project accounting experience in the GovCon industry
• Hands-on experience with Unanet or Deltek
• Strong understanding of FAR, DFARS, and government billing requirements
• Experience with WAWF or other federal invoicing platforms
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial analysis)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a remote environment

Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Clear communication skills across finance and operations teams
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting
• High level of organization and accountability

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO)

Schedule

This position is on a hybrid telecommute model out of our Reston, VA location.